Former Liverpool superstar Gerrard hung up his boots in February - returned to Anfield take part in a LFC Foundation friendly against Real Madrid.

Midfield ace Gerrard played almost his whole career on Merseyside, other than a one year stint at LA Galaxy.

He had been linked with moves to Manchester United and Chelsea throughout his playing time but refused to leave the Kop until the end.

This is an image from Figo's dreams (Image: Liverpool Echo)

Gerrard celebrates his goal in the friendly (Image: REUTERS)

Winger Figo played over a hundred times for Sporting Lisbon, Barcelona and Inter Milan, but it was at Real Madrid where the Portuguese wishes Gerrard had become a Galatico.

"The moment in life when we had the possibility to play together, that wasn't possible. I think it is a pity because everyone wants to play with the best.

"I think Gerrard showed in his career he was one of the best footballers in his position. It was a pity but for Liverpool it was lucky because he could show his quality and talent here, at Anfield."

Gerrard starred in the charity game - which the Reds won 4-2.

Luis Figo (Image: Action Images via Reuters)

French players of Real Madrid Claude Makelele (L) and Zinedine Zidane (R) congratulate Portuguese player Luis Figo (C) after his goal during a quarterfinal match of the Copa del Rey between Real Madrid and Rayo Vallecano in Madrid, 08 January 2002. (Image: Getty Images)

But after winning a second half penalty, Robbie Fowler nicked the ball from him to convert.

"He was going to take it but I pulled rank on him," said Fowler, who jokingly gave the fans two fingers as they voiced sarcastic displeasure. "I wasn't going to give up that chance to score in front of the Kop.

"Steven is probably the last of us to retire. I think he was nailed on to get man of the match. You knew he would play well and be instrumental in all the good that we did.

"I don't think anything surprises you. He is a fantastic player."

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